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Korean fashion comes to Malaysia!
Three popular Korean fashion labels namely Basic House, Mind Bridge and The Class are available at Robinsons department store at Gardens Mall, Kuala Lumpur. All three labels are created by one of Korea’s leading clothing company — Basic House.
If you like what you see your favourite hallyu star wearing in Korean dramas or k-pop, then you will like these labels.
Se7en dons Armani Exchange for InStyle Korea
Se7en looks oh-so sexy and stylish for a pictorial in the October 2010 issue of InStyle Korea. COME AGAIN?: ‘Lemme hear you say I look hot one more time.’ The 26-year-old dons some “snug as a bug in a rug” Armani Exchange clothes and strikes poses with equally sexy model Kim Mi-jung.The duo are both kitted out in Armani Exchange’s Fall/Winter collection, a casual wear range that is at once comfy and chic. Ooh-la-la. POSE: Se7en (left) with Kim Mi-jung (doesn’t she look like 200 Pounds Beautyactress Kim Ah-joong from the side?) RELAXED: ‘Do you like my gloves?’ THINKER: ‘Hmm, what shall I have for dinner tonight?’ Source: Newsen Related:Se7en’s Digital Bounce choreographySe7en is back with Better TogetherSe7en to make comeback in July
Jung Ryeowon poses for InStyle magazine
Jung Ryeowon appears in a fashion spread for InStyle magazine’s September 2010 issue. LADY IN PINK: ‘Do I look fat to you?’ Back in 2008, the My Name is Kim Sam-soon actress went on a diet for the movie Mellows. She drastically shrank and looked like she could fall over when the wind blew. Thank goodness, she is looking healthier these days. Apparently, based on the high Korean standards, Ryeowon is currently “cute with chubby cheeks”. Hmph, you call that chubby? You haven’t seen real chubby. SLIM: ‘Yeah, I wear ‘em skinny jeans good.’ MALFUNCTION: ‘I can’t stand up because I don’thave enough shirt.’ Related:Jung Ryu-won goes on a diet for MellowsNo, Jung Ryu-won did not get marriedJung Ryeo-won to represent Koreans overseas
Andre Kim passes away at 75
South Korean fashion designer Andre Kim (real name Kim Bong-nam) passed away at 75. The unmarried fashion icon is survived by his son Kim Joong-do. According to AFP, Kim passed away late Thursday (Aug 12) at the Seoul National University hospital where he was being treated for pneumonia. Kim was also being treated with anti-cancer chemicals after a surgery to remove colon cancer in 2005. The eccentric Andre Kim was not only known for his evening and wedding gown collections, but also his quirky sense of style. He always wore white “spacesuit-like” outfits, put on layers of thick makeup and had hair that looked like it came straight out of a spray can. Nonetheless, the septuagenarian was much-loved for his peculiarity as well as his designs. President Lee Myung-bak sent condolences to Kim’s family. According to the president’s office, Kim will also be awarded the Medal of the Golden Crown, South Korea’s highest award for contributors to culture. Rest in peace, sir. Thank you for the memories…your legacy will surely live on. Source: AFP Related:André Kim Lighting collectionAndré Kim designs Samsung home appliancesAndré Kim (앙드레 김)
Won Bin & Hong In-young for Hang Ten
Love that tousled look, Won Bin! Disheveled: ‘My carefully messed up hairlooks good, no?’ South Korean actor Won Bin gets together with actress Hong In-young for a series of photos for Hang Ten Korea. The pair welcomes the summer season with the brand’s latest Summer Casual Look. Gal pal: ‘Oh, we’re just hangin’ with Hang Ten’ Won Bin (33) has a movie hitting South Korean cinemas in August. It is entitled This Man. Meanwhile Hong In-young (25) appears in the morning SBS drama Daring Women. They certainly look cute together Gimme: ‘Oppa, give me your shirt and posefor the next shot shirtless!’ Source: Newsen Won Bin thread
Lee Min-ho’s Personal Taste in Trugen
So, do you like Lee Min-ho’s style in Personal Taste? Apparently, the public likes the way the 23 year old dresses in the MBC drama and many want to look that way. A Trugen rep said: “The way he dressed in Personal Taste is becoming popular and we get a lot of enquiries about his fashion.” How now?: ‘I play a gay character and the clothesget the attention.’ Thus, the clothing brand is set to capitalize on the trend. The new summer fashion range is made with Min-ho’s gay character Jun Jin-ho in mind, and will be available at 120 Trugen stores in South Korea.For the photoshoot, Min-ho donned a casual jacket, a checked shirt, blue pants and a printed T-shirt, effectively showing off his masculine yet “dandy boy” persona. Are you a Trugen fella? The fit: ‘OK, this shirt is a wee bit too tight.’ Smooth: ‘How do ya like me in my black suit?’ Dandy boy: ‘My big man bag rocks!’ Accessorize: ‘Spiff your summer fashion up with the bow tie!’ Source: Newsen with translations by Joe Gimm Related:Lee Min-ho introduces LUCIDarlingPhotos of Lee Min Ho in Malaysia!Lee Min Ho kisses Sandara Park 100 times!
The Basic House apparel available in Malaysia
Yo people, fashion brands under Korean label The Basic House are available in Malaysia! Mosey your way to Robinsons at The Gardens and you’ll soon be dressing up like Yoon Eun-hye and Kim Hyun-joong (SS501 & Boys Over Flowers)! Just select what you’re comfortable with from Basic House and you’ll soon be looking like the popular pair. Keepin’ it casual: Kim Hyun-joong (left) and Yoon Eun-hye hang out If you need to dress up for the workplace, how about letting Gong Yoo and Lee Min-jung show you a thing or two about stylish office wear? Uh huh, Mind Bridge is also available. Office wear: Gong Yoo (right) and Lee Min-jungdress up for work Meanwhile, if you’re going for the prep school look, put on The Class. I’m sure you’ll get lots of ideas from actor Kim Nam-gil . Preppy: Kim Nam-gil shows you the prepschool look Source: Robinsons Malaysia Related:Yoon Eun-hye and Kim Hyun-joong model for Basic House
Kwon Sang-woo & Kim Sung-soo face off in a fashion movie
What on God’s green earth is a fashion movie? Beats me, but from the looks of it, it’s about two very fashionable Korean men trying to woo a lady with their sense of style. Lookin’ good: ‘Fashion showdown? Bring it’ Entitled California – High Noon, the movie was made for XTM, a men’s lifestyle channel in South Korea. Hallyu star Kwon Sang-woo (34) portrays a tough guy while Kim Sung-soo (35) plays a gentleman, both of whom “introduce” their fashion brands aptly named The Guy and Dear Gentleman respectively. Kwon Sang-woo: ‘I like to play tough’ Kim Sung-soo: ‘I like to think I’m more refined’ Filmmed in California, the fashionable men vie for the attentions of Kelly, played by newcomer Sarah Sohn.Apparently, Sohn is also known for her attempts to form a band with Park Ga-hee of After School. California – High Noon not only features popular actors, but is also driven by “star” filmmakers. Director Lee Joon-hyung (Tokyo, Drizzling) helms the production while Jung Yoon-ki, one of the best stylists in South Korea, styled the actors. Duelist: ‘I’ve put aside my swords and pistols for a killer V neckline. On guard!’ Head marketer of XTM, Ms. Hwang said: “California-High
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Kim Min-hee prefers Decadence
Actress / model Kim Min-hee (Love Marriage) dons Decadence’s Spring 2010 collection for a pictorial recently. A Decadence representative stated that the talent exudes charisma and confidence, which suits the brand’s image. Modelling: ‘Just selling ‘em shoes.’ The Spring 2010 collection is named Slender & Chic. Uh-huh, look at those skin-tight pants! I don’t think I can fit into them. Ruffles: ‘Only put this on if you have a long neck.’ Jailbreak: ‘You know I’m bad, I’m bad…’ Weighed down: ‘Man, the accessories these daysare heavier than the clothes’ Casual: ‘If you’re lazy, just put on the jacket…after all, it’s as long as the outfit.’ Pink: ‘Yup, you’ve got to be slim andchic to fit into these.’ Source: Newsen
